Need help deciding between acoustic and electric guitar.?

Even if you decide that electric is your instrument of choice, you'll still want a decent acoustic. So don't think of this as an either / or question......the real question is which to get first. Since you already have a semi-playable acoustic, I'm leaning towards advising you to try an electric.

Keep in mind that you're past the "beginner" stage. Whether you get an electric or acoustic, you should be thinking of this as an upgrade. Intermediate electrics start around $200 and up. You'll also need an amp...at least a practice amp. If you must cut corners, do it on the amp...not the guitar. Consider used equipment if money is tight. I'd take a quality used guitar over a new cheap one anyday. Same holds true of amps.

You sound like you're up for trying the electric experience, so go for it. As far as strumming and singing, you can accompany yourself on either type of guitar. You can do some lead work on an acoustic, but if you want to bend notes you'll have an easier time on electric. After you've played the electric for a while, you'll have a better feel for which type of music you want to play. Then you can decide *how much* of an upgrade you want to make the acoustic that you'll ultimately buy. Welcome to the world of G.A.S. (Gear Acquisition Syndrome)

Perhaps a compromise? I would definitely recommend acoustic first and foremost, particularly nylon strings, even if they are a ***** to keep in tune at first. They just sound better. However, you could also get a really good acoustic that has a plug-in for an amp, which would be a decent compromise.

I think acoustic is the best in many ways anyway, so why switch?

But this of course, is only my humble opinion =D

I'd stick with acoustic, if you can't take lessons.